Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible (First Look)

Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible

Chevrolet unveiled the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition - the fastest, most capable convertible in Corvette's history crafted by blending elements of the  Z06 and ZR1 models.

It is powered by 427-cubic-inch (7.0L) LS7 engine from the Corvette Z06 that peaks 505 hp(377kw)and 470 lb.-ft. of torque (637 Nm), offering six-speed manual transmission, thus making it the most powerful engine ever installed in corvette convertible production. Co-developed with the Corvette Le Mans-winning GT1 engine, it features lightweight titanium connecting rods and intake valves, as well as high-flow cylinder heads and a dry-sump oiling system.

The standard 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are wrapped in ZR1-style Michelin PS2 tires and boasts Lightweight machine-face Cup wheels with PDE performance packages and unique gray-painted pockets.

The 427 Convertible's curb weight has been reduced to 3,355 pounds (1,522 kg) by the addition of Carbon fiber raised hood,  Carbon fiber Z06-style fenders and Carbon fiber floor panels and with its 505-horsepower engine, it gives the Convertible a power-to-weight ratio of 6.64 . And due to this, 427 Convertible will be one of the fastest convertibles in the world, delivering estimated 0-60 performance of 3.8 seconds, quarter-mile performance of 11.8 seconds, lateral acceleration of 1.04 g and a top speed of more than 190 mph.

Additional features includes a ZR1-style rear spoiler, special badging, gray-painted brake calipers and the "60th" logo on the wheel center caps, steering wheel and seat headrests. An optional graphics package adds full-length racing stripes in Pearl Silver Blue, including a tonal stripe stitched into the convertible top, extending the graphic theme over the roof.

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Chevrolet Code 130R Concept

Chevrolet Code 130R Concept

Price: 20,000 dollars or less

Chevrolet Code 130R is a four-seat coupe painted in an all-new red metallic paint with matte anodized gold wheels that features heritage performance-inspired styling and rear-wheel drive. With an aggressive front fascia, flared wheel arches, straight body side and Chevy cross flag emblem, it certainly looks to uphold chevy's popular heritage

The concept drives its matte gold 20-inch wheels through a six-speed automatic or manual,
powered by a tuned-up direct-injection 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 150 horsepower and 148 pound-feet of torque.
It's been fitted with GM's eAssist electric assist system that supplements engine power, performs regenerative braking and allows auto start/stop.

Chevrolet estimates Code 130R can achieve 40 mpg on the highway, and hopes to integrate Interior connectivity ,innovative storage,  WiFi, smart phone integration with Chevrolet MyLink , and heads-up display into the concepts for further functionality.

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Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept (First Look)

Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept front

Price: $20,000

Chevrolet Tru 140S, the second Chevrolet concept is a front-wheel-drive, "affordable exotic" four-seat sporty coupe. Shown in an all-new matte white with Chevy performance chrome wheels featuring crossflag emblems, Tru 140S was designed to look confident, exotic and fast

Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept rear

Tru 140S is powered by a 1.4L Turbo Ecotec engine with approximately 150 hp and comes with direct injection and a starter-based stop-start technology, balancing internal combustion and electrification to deliver high value and improved fuel economy of 40 MPG

It also features innovative storage, WiFi, smart phone integration with Chevrolet MyLink and heads-up display

Chevrolet Tru 140S Concept side

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